556. Chapter 556 Demoting officials and cutting power 3
"Two people are missing from the list..." Wei Zijin whispered.
The old housekeeper was slightly startled, looked at Wei Zijin with confusion, and asked doubtfully: "I wonder which two princesses you are referring to?"
Before Wei Zijin could speak, Xiao Jingyao had already guessed that one of the people she was referring to was her eldest brother Li Yuanzhe. He explained with a faint smile: "Of course he will come to our wedding, but in order to avoid being targeted by interested people,
So I specifically asked that his name not be included on the list..."
When Wei Zijin heard that Xiao Jingyao said with such certainty that his eldest brother would definitely come, Wei Zijin's frown relaxed, and he nodded and said with a smile: "I actually forgot about this, as long as eldest brother can come!"
If the old housekeeper of the palace was still at a loss before, after listening to their words, he realized that they were referring to Li Yuanzhe, the eldest son of Chen Guogong, who was also a close friend of the prince!
The prince has been sending people to secretly protect the prince. He is also worried that the emperor will continue to trace the whereabouts of Chen Guogong's prince, and deliberately blocks the news. Now the Li family is still suppressed. The prince Li Yuanzhe is alone and cannot appear in the Luoyang palace like those dignitaries!
"Your Majesty, if the Emperor comes to the palace on his wedding day, and if he sees the eldest son of Chen Guogong, he will probably become suspicious of you..." The old housekeeper of the palace couldn't help but feel frightened when he thought of this.
The prince has always concealed his talents and served the emperor loyally in order to eliminate the emperor's wariness. Now that the prince's power is expanding step by step, he cannot fail at this time!
When Wei Zijin heard what the old housekeeper said, his heart suddenly tightened, and he subconsciously grabbed Xiao Jamyao's sleeves.
At this time, Xiao Heng must not be allowed to see his eldest brother, otherwise Xiao Heng will not only doubt Xiao Jingyao, but also have murderous intentions towards his eldest brother who suddenly appears!
When the eldest brother was on his way to the funeral, he was assassinated by an assassin, and it was most likely Xiao Heng's fault. Now, Xiao Heng and the eldest brother must not be allowed to meet until the right time comes!
Xiao Jingyao slowly held Wei Zijin's hands, patted the back of her hand comfortingly, shook his head and said calmly: "He lost his beloved brother. I'm afraid he is not in the mood to come to the palace..."
"But what if the emperor suddenly wants to come to the palace..." The old butler looked worried. Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Jingyao interrupted him and said decisively: "Even if he really comes to watch the ceremony, I will not let him have any chance."
Chance to meet Li Yuanzhe!"
He said this with confidence, as if he had already thought of a perfect countermeasure. Not only did the old housekeeper nod his head, but even Wei Zijin secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
She believed in Xiao Jingyao. Under Xiao Jingyao's arrangement, no one knew that her eldest brother was still alive except Ye Zhiqiu, the leader of the secret alliance. Now she also believes in Xiao Jingyao and will never let Xiao Heng see his eldest brother if she has the means!
"Princess, you just said that there are two people who were not included in the guest list. Besides the Crown Prince Chen Guogong, who else is there?" The old housekeeper thought of this and asked quickly.
Wei Zijin came back to his senses, smiled leisurely and said: "There is also the eldest prince Xiao Changgong!"
"Your Highness, the eldest prince?" The old butler looked surprised and looked at Xiao Jingyao with inquiring eyes. Xiao Jingyao also nodded and smiled, confirming Wei Zijin's statement: "Steward Chen, this eldest prince should indeed be invited, he is the future prince!"
The old housekeeper's eyes widened in shock. He had never heard about this matter. Could it be that the emperor had already selected a candidate for the crown prince?!